News from Northern Michigan’s startup community

for founders, geeks, and creatives.

Work Hard, Play Hard this Summer at 20Fathoms

Summer in Traverse City makes the motto “work hard, play hard” come to life. From pristine beaches to unparalleled hiking, there’s no better place to be when the sun is shining. And with those long...

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April 26, 2024

Intero Biosystems wins the 2024 TCNewTech University Showdown 

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Intero Biosystems won both the grand prize and the audience choice award at the TCNewTech University Showdown on Apr. 23 at the City Opera House in Traverse City. As...

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April 23, 2024

20Fathoms welcomes new team members to support local entrepreneurs

20Fathoms is pleased to welcome several new team members who will lead the organization’s expanded programming for startups and small businesses in Northwest Michigan. Delaney Keating joined the organization as Director of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization....

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April 16, 2024

Now Available: Free Networking & Cybersecurity Courses & Certification

Individuals in Northwest Michigan can get certified in networking and/or cybersecurity through free courses thanks to a partnership between 20Fathoms and the Center on Rural Innovation. The certification courses are available through Cisco Academy and...

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Greatlakes Biologics pitches at TCNewTech

April 11, 2024

Five healthcare technology startups selected to pitch at the TCNewTech University Showdown

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the five pitch presenters selected to compete at the TCNewTech University Showdown. Happening April 23, 4-7 pm at the City Opera House in Traverse City, the event is part of...

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March 25, 2024

Startup Spotlight: Stocked

Through the 20Fathoms Startup Spotlight series, get to know who is building companies in Northern Michigan and what advice they have for those just getting started. This month, we talked to Broc Crandall, CEO/Co-Founder of...

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March 21, 2024

TCNewTech pitch competition returns with University Showdown event

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that the next TCNewTech pitch competition will be held Tuesday, Apr. 23, from 4 – 7 pm at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Part of Northern Michigan Startup...

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